Replacement Wheel Studs for the Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly # AKHD-655-6-K  

I checked with Dexter and was able to verify the correct studs for the Dexter Trailer Hub and Drum 42656. Per Dexter the correct replacement is the 2" long stud, which is the following part number: - Trailer Hub Wheel Stud - Drive In - 1/2"…

The correct wheel stud for a Dexter 7K Axle with 1/2" Wheel Studs is the Dexter Wheel Bolt part #7-262 which is cross-compatible with the AL-KO 1530093.

Our 5,200 lb trailer hubs with 1/2 inch diameter wheel studs like the part #8-201-5UC3-EZ use wheel studs like the part #7-262.

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

The difference between an load range C and load range D tire in the same size is the capacity and psi rating. The two tires will still have the same dimensions and fit on the same wheel. The D rated tire has a higher capacity. For a ST175/80D13 like…

The three most common lug stud sizes for a trailer are 1/2"-20, 9/16"-18, and 5/8"-18. In order to make sure you get the correct lug nuts you need to measure the lug studs on the trailer now as we have no way to look this up for…

The two sizes you mentioned are pretty similar and fit many of the same 15 inch wheels. The 205/75-15 fits rim widths of 5 inch to 6-1/2 inch whereas the 225/75-15 fits widths that are 5 inch to 6 inch. The 205 is 27.1 inches tall and the 225 is 28.4…

Even though I cannot comment specifically on the grease you used because I am not familiar with it, I can tell you the best grease for trailer bearings is a a grease with a rating of GC-LB, which just means it is made to withstand very high…

Trailer wheel bearings are specific to the spindle that is installed on the axle that is on your trailer. You will need to safely support the trailer, remove the wheel and tire, remove the grease cap, remove the cotter pin and washer that secures the…

Hey Howard, in general people don't balance trailer wheels and tires as it doesn't seem to make enough of a difference for it to be worth it but the tire of the Westlake ST205/75R15 Radial Tire w 15" Eagle Aluminum Wheel #WST69FR that…

I have attached a chart you can check out that describes the torque needed per wheel size, wheel stud size and material. For an 8-inch wheel with a 1/2-inch wheel stud the torque is 75 to 86 ft-lbs. For a 15 inch steel wheel with 1/2 inch wheel studs…